Chris and Céline return with updates on local events, election news, and essential home maintenance tasks to prepare for the winter season. From Veterans Day preparations in Roswell and Marietta to practical advice for maintaining your home’s warmth and efficiency, this episode dives into community events and tips to get ready for the colder months.

Highlights:

1. Veterans Day in Roswell and Marietta:
   • Chris and Céline share their involvement in local Veterans Day events, including a flag sponsorship at Roswell City Hall and their plans to join the Daughters of the American Revolution float in Marietta Square.
2. Election Day in Georgia:
   • Chris and Celine discuss the latest absentee ballot updates and high voter turnout in Cobb County, emphasizing the importance of making informed voting decisions.
3. Local Wildlife Conservation:
   • Georgia’s Department of Natural Resources recently downgraded the red-cockaded woodpecker from endangered to threatened, marking a major win for conservation efforts in Georgia.
4. Winter Home Maintenance Tips:
   • Essential seasonal tips to prepare for winter, including:
     • Regular HVAC filter changes
     • Weather-stripping doors and windows to reduce drafts
     • Reversing ceiling fans for winter mode
     • Testing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
     • Cleaning gutters and dryer lint traps
     • Scheduling chimney and fireplace cleanings for safe winter use.
5. Atlanta Real Estate Market Update:
   • Chris provides insights on inventory trends, including a 50% increase in available homes compared to last year and potential benefits for buyers due to slower market activity in the winter months.
   • Discusses home pricing stability and the impact of winter holidays on real estate transactions, noting how buyers can find favorable deals during the season.
6. Planning for a Move:
   • Advice on timing a sale or purchase with the market's seasonal trends, including how sellers and buyers can leverage lower January prices.

Mentioned Resources:

• From the Ground Up: How Two Millennial High School Sweethearts Created a Multi-million Dollar Real Estate Investment Portfolio from Scratch, and You Can, Too - Chris and Celine's book on real estate investment, available on Amazon and Audible.
• FTGU Guides - Annual Maintenance Checklist